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€22 million Real Madrid loanee likely to become a part of the first team next season
A recent report from ABC (h/t Madrid Xtra) has offered an update on the future of Brahim Diaz. The young playmaker is currently plying his trade for AC Milan, having joined the club on loan from Real Madrid in the summer of 2021.
The report suggests Diaz is in contention to become a part of Real Madrid’s first-team next season as the club’s hierarchy is keen on shoring up the options in the creative department.
During his ongoing spell at AC Milan, Diaz has featured in 107 competitive matches, racking up 16 goals and 10 assists. He has not been one of the most crucial players for the Rossoneri, but his contributions have been critical for coach Stefano Pioli.
However, Milan do not believe his performances are worth paying €22 million, which would be the valuation if the Serie A giants want to sign the player on a permanent deal at the end of the season. Not to mention, the Madrid club have the right to buy the player back for a fee of just €27 million.
This has led to uncertainty over the future of Diaz. But as per the report, Real Madrid are open to having him back at Santiago Bernabeu this summer. It appears the Spanish champions are looking to incorporate the Spaniard as part of the first team next season.
This is hardly surprising as Real Madrid are indeed facing a lot of uncertainty as far as their midfield unit is concerned. Luka Modric is running on his last legs while Toni Kroos is flirting with the idea of early retirement.
While Dani Ceballos has done an excellent job since the turn of the year, there is a substantial chance for Brahim Diaz to make a name for himself next season, especially considering that he can provide an option for the right flank as well.
However, Diaz’s prospects and future at the Santiago Bernabeu may also rely on Real Madrid’s pursuit of Jude Bellingham. As things stand, though, a comeback to the club is looking increasingly likely for the Spanish prospect.
In what will come as a pleasing development for fans, Fabrizio Romano reports that Real Madrid forward Rodrygo could make a comeback from his injury earlier than expected.
The 25-year-old Brazilian international has been out of action since March after suffering an ACL injury during a La Liga game against Getafe.
Due to the complete rupture of the ACL, coupled with associated meniscus damage, it was suggested that the attacker was staring at a lengthy time out on the sidelines and might not return until 2027.
In fact, the forward’s father, Eric Goes, recently stated in an interview that the Real Madrid ace could be back in February next year, just before the business end of the campaign.
Rodrygo could be back in December
However, as per the update from Romano, Rodrygo’s comeback could happen well before that expected date.
Indeed, if things continue to progress at the current rate, the 25-year-old attacker might return to action in December or by January 2027 at the latest.
This will come as a welcome boost for Jose Mourinho & co., considering that Rodrygo is a valuable player for the team.
Even though he had endured a tough spell prior to his form, the Brazilian’s versatility, work rate off the ball, and eye for a goal make him an asset.
Rodrygo eager to be back at his best
The update from Romano further states that Rodrygo feels very grateful to Real Madrid for all the help and support they have given him during this difficult phase of his career.
As such, the Brazilian international has made it a mission to return to action in the best shape possible and make an impact from the get-go.
The attacker has only recently begun working on the pitch with the ball indicating the significant progress he has made on the road to recovery.
And, if there are no setbacks, Real Madrid could recover one of their ace attackers before the end of the current year.
So far in his career, Rodrygo has made 297 appearances for Real Madrid, scoring 71 goals. He has a contract with the club until 2028.
